Food & Shopping

Best Things to Buy in Kottayam

 Rubber Products

• Rubber sheets, gloves, yoga mats, and household items
• Locally sourced from the plantations surrounding the town

 Books & Literature

• As Kerala’s literary hub, Kottayam is great for buying Malayalam books, spiritual texts, and regional literature
• Visit DC Books, Current Books, or small indie bookstores

 Spices & Ayurveda Products

• Pepper, cardamom, turmeric, nutmeg, and dried herbs
• Ayurveda oils, herbal balms, soaps, and powders

 Handloom & Kasavu Sarees

• Off-white Kerala sarees with gold borders, dhotis (mundu), and cotton textiles
• Available at government handloom stores and boutiques

 Coir & Bamboo Crafts

• Eco-friendly mats, baskets, wall hangings, and utility products

 Banana Chips, Jackfruit Chips & Cashew Nuts

• Crunchy, flavorful, and freshly packed—perfect souvenirs